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Internationale Fachtagung Rhythmusforschung
The Bern University of the Arts invites you to the 2nd International Conference on Rhythm Research in Biel. Specialists from academia and professional practice will explore perspectives on rhythm, movement and
12.09.2026, 9.30am–8pm – HKB, Burg Biel, Jakob-Rosius-Strasse 16, 2502 Biel
The 2026 conference brings together three different academic perspectives on the phenomenon of rhythm. We approach the topic from medical, body-therapy and cultural-historical viewpoints, complemented by practical workshops aimed at (prospective) educators, musicians, and dancers, as well as anyone working with the body, music and movement.
The conference will be held in English and German.
Program
9.30h
Coffee and Arrival
Foyer 1. Stock
9.45h
Welcome
Saal 303
10h
Keynote and workshop by Maximilian Moser:
«Health on the wings of the heart: Research on the significance of biological rhythms and the effects of rhythmic therapies.»
Saal 303
12h
Lunch buffet
Foyer 1. Stock
13h
Keynote and workshop by Jim Feil:
«Polarity, Pulsation and Rhythm»
Saal 103
15h
Coffee break
Foyer 1. Stock
15.30h
Keynote and workshop by Janina Wellmann:
«Form, Movement, Choreography. The Rhythmic Order of Living Times»
Saal 303
17.45h
Panel discussion with Moser, Feil and Wellmann, moderated by Claudia Wagner
Saal 303
18.30h
Break with drinks and snacks
Foyer 1. Stock
19h
Performance by the Master’s students:
«Hast du Zeit?»
Opernsaal 301
Factsheet
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Start date
12.09.2026, 9.30am–8pm
Add to calendar - Place HKB, Burg Biel, Jakob-Rosius-Strasse 16, 2502 Biel
- Application deadline 15 August 2026
- Costs Free to attend, registration required
